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Cassandra: Priestess of Troy

The Ancients

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Cassandra: From Troy to Tragedy

This chapter explores Cassandra's journey from Troy to Greece and the complex interplay of myth and history surrounding her story. It highlights her tragic fate in Aeschylus's 'The Agamemnon', drawing connections between her prophecies and the societal treatment of women during the Late Bronze Age. Additionally, the chapter examines the legacy of her narrative through art and literature, emphasizing her role as a symbol of resistance against patriarchy.

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